Key Facts
Name:
Atkinson Dam / Lake Atkinson
Water Course:
Located at the outlet of Atkinson's Lagoon between Buaraba Creek and Lockyer Creek
Location:
Buaraba Creek
Catchment Area:
32.7 km2
Lake Surface Area:
555 ha
Full Supply Capacity:
30,400 ML
Current Capacity:
11,304 ML (37.2% full) at 23/11/2009
Flood Mitigation:
None
Year Complete:
1970
Full Supply Waterline:
65.72m AHD (above sea level)
Spillway Level:
65.7m AHD (above sea level)
Outlet System:
Type of Construction:
Zoned earthfill embankment
Length of Dam Wall:
2082m
The following recreational activities are permitted at Atkinson Dam:
- barbequing
- boating (powered and non-powered)
- canoeing
- fishing
- jet-skiing
- kayaking
- picnicking
- walking
- waterskiing